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Port of Los Angeles to work Manufacturers/Technology Association

The Port of Los Angeles and the California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) have formed a partnership to help support both organizations’ efforts to manage and further streamline the supply and provision of personal protective equipment (PPE) during the current COVID-19 pandemic. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) also calls for greater cooperation between CMTA and the Port of Los Angeles on promoting the exports of manufactured goods made here in ... [+]

Port of Los Angeles July Volumes Strongest of 2020

The Port of Los Angeles moved 856,389 TEUs in July, the busiest month thus far of 2020. It was also the second-best July in the Port’s history, trailing July 2019 by 6.1%. “Fewer canceled sailings and 11 additional ‘ad hoc’ or unscheduled ship calls helped drive both imports and exports higher ... [+]

Port of Los Angeles Former Harbor Commission Passes

Jaime L. Lee, President, Los Angeles Board of Harbor Commissioners, issued this statement on May 13: "The Port of Los Angeles and Los Angeles Board of Harbor Commissioners are saddened to hear of the passing of S. David Freeman, a pioneer for environmental advocacy. As president of the Harbor Commission ... [+]

First Quarter Volumes Drop 18.5% at Port of LA

The Port of Los Angeles moved 449,568 TEUs in March, a 30.9% decrease compared to last year. For the first quarter of 2020, volumes have decreased 18.5% compared to 2019. It was the lowest amount of monthly cargo moving through the Port since February 2009. “We’ve had two serious shocks to ... [+]

Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Video Statement on Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Video Statement on Coronavirus (COVID-19) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XrtnsK9iQsc&feature=youtu.be [+]

Port of Los Angeles, Port Authority of Nagoya, Japan sign MOU

The Port of Los Angeles and Port Authority of Nagoya, Japan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to further cooperate and exchange information on projects focused on operational efficiency and environmental sustainability. “International cooperation among ports is essential to assuring that our global supply chain and ports of entry ... [+]

Port of Los Angeles cargo February volumes drop 22.9%; declines expected to continue in March

The Port of Los Angeles moved 544,037 TEUs in February, a 22.9% decrease compared to last year. “While cargo volumes are important, the coronavirus is first and foremost a public health crisis that needs to be brought under control with the collaboration of governments and medical experts from around the world,” ... [+]

Port of Los Angeles Sees Volumes Decrease 5.4% in January

The Port of Los Angeles moved 806,144 Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) in January, a 5.4% decrease compared to last year. “We anticipated that tariffs would continue to impact cargo volumes as we moved into 2020, and our January volumes reflect that ongoing trend,” said Port of Los Angeles Executive Director ... [+]

Despite Trade Wars, 2019 Cargo Volumes at Port of Los Angeles at Near-Record Levels

The Port of Los Angeles moved near record cargo in 2019 with a total of 9,337,632 TEUs, just short of the second-best year in its 113-year history. The milestone was announced by Port Executive Director Gene Seroka at the annual State of the Port event hosted by the Pacific Merchant ... [+]

Another Record Breaker at POLA

For the fifth consecutive month, the Port of Los Angeles has set a new single-month cargo record. In August, the Port moved 861,081 TEUs, the busiest August in the Port’s 112-year history and a 4.2% increase over the same period last year. Eight months into 2019 overall volumes have increased 5.7% ... [+]

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